Human Resources Business Partner

Responsible for guidance and coordination of daily Human Resource (HR) operations for a given department or departments. This includes providing input to all relevant policies and programs, consultative services on organizational performance, and relevant HR data to help establish and review performance goals. Through collaboration, guidance, and strategic agility, this position ensures department(s) have the HR support required to build strong teams with attention to continued development that will drive continued growth and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Translate business strategy and organizational needs into progressive organizational performance solutions including organizational design, talent management, leadership development, change management, and culture change.
• Provide guidance to leadership on performance management and career development.
• Identify, develop, and implement talent processes to improve employee development, talent retention, and succession planning.
• Support the planning and delivery of a strategic compensation approach that supports business priorities, and pay-for-performance philosophy and is equitable.
• Partner with hiring managers on the recruitment process, participating in interviews, and advising on offers.
• Assist international employees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.
• Build engagement through all levels of the organization by creating a respectful and inclusive work environment while modeling the Company’s ICARE values and fostering cultural diversity.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues by conducting thorough and objective investigations, providing recommendations for corrective action, and supporting leaders during employee performance management discussions.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partner with the legal department as needed/required.
• Support senior leaders on key areas such as building an inclusive and diverse team, creating a culture of belonging, and acting as a sounding board for all employees to encourage cross-pollination, collaboration, and high performance.
• Translate the business priorities of their leaders into relevant HR strategies and monitor the effectiveness of organization performance programs using metrics and analytics in a way that brings value to the business.
• Analyze key data and trends to drive organizational effectiveness and the development of a workforce plan aligned with business strategy and objectives.
• Identify and implement processes and solutions to improve the capability of leaders, managers, and employees through training and development initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 5+ years experience in multiple HR disciplines (staffing, training, employee relations, compensation, leadership development, talent management, and project management).
• Progressive experience in HR Management, or in Senior Human Capital Consulting.
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience.
• 9+ years of combination of education and experience in multiple HR disciplines (staffing, training, employee relations, compensation, leadership development, talent management, or project management).
• Obtain and maintain Railroad Certifications.
• Successful completion of pre-employment requirements including:
  • Verification of Social Security number and date of birth.
  • Nationwide, federal, and state criminal background check (up to a seven-year history).
  • Verification of current and prior relevant employment experience.
  • Verification of post-secondary education at the associate degree level or higher.
  • Valid driver’s license with annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
  • Pre-employment and ongoing drug testing (for safety-sensitive positions, includes random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident testing).
• This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the rail industry.
• SHRM or HRCI Certification.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer.
• May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally.
• Up to 25% or more travel, including international.
• Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Wellness programs.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% contributed.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and behavioral health support.
• Leaves of absence.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Payroll charity contributions.
• Adoption assistance.
• Optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.

Pay

The pay range for this position is between $87,300-$131,100. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.